History of St-Petersburg. Russian history, arts and architecture of Saint Petersburg Russian cuisine Nevsky Prospect St. Isaac's is situated not far from the main street of our city - the Nevsky Prospect. It was the first street laid out in St. Petersburg and named after our great Neva river. Nevsky, as we call it, has always been the most popular street with both the visitors and the guests of our city. The most spectacular palaces are situated here, like the palace of Beloselsky-Belozersky, the Anichkov Palace, the Stroganov palace, and many others. It also used to be called "the street of all religions" as churches of different confessions are situated here. It is the center of the modern life of St. Petersburg. Here you'll find the most fashionable and popular restaurants, cafes, night clubs and casinos, shops, boutiques, offices of various companies, theatres, cinemas, administrative buildings, and much, much more… Nevsky starts with an immense building of the Admiralty designed in the 19th century by a Russian architect A. Zakharov. In the former times it used to be a fortified shipyard!

Now it's a Navy School with a Navy museum. The long gilded spire of the Admiralty with a ship on top is another symbol of our city. prev | next Ted Hewlett, Nashville, Tennessee "You will not be in any way disappointed with this company - by far and away, the very best" Add a theme to your SP tour! Off The Beaten Path: explore the sights that satisfy YOUR own interests and wishes. Best St Petersburg Cruises | Russia Starting from the left, a boat tour along the Neva River near Peter and Paul Fortress; then from the top another tour with people on board a large boat in St Petersburg, Russia. A ride along the banks of the Neva River will take you past landmarks like the Winter Palace, Peter and Paul Fortress, St. Issac's Cathedral, The Summer Palace of Peter the Great and the Old Stock Exchange on Vasilyevsky Island. On the Fontanka River, you'll go through different old bridges and see the famous Yusupov Palace – location of Grigory Rasputin's demise and home to the Rasputin exhibit. The boat trip through the waterways will have you drifting on the Kryukov Canal past St.

Nicholas Cathedral and the Mariinsky Theatre or taking photos of the Stroganov Palace as you pass New Holland Island on the Moika River. Certainly, you'll see why St Petersburg is called the Venice of the North! Plan a day boat tour or book an evening tour for the rising of the seven bridges during the famous White Nights in June. Board a pleasure boat for this yearly celebration on the Neva River and see the glittering Palace Bridge and six more spectacular bridges raised against the night sky. There are lots of ways to see the city, but only with our St Petersburg Cruises will you get a completely different view of the key sights, relax and have fun. ☺ Why? Because we offer tours by comfortable small and large boats with a wide range of routes and evening entertainment programs aboard. You can choose a guided tour with a scheduled timetable or rent a private boat for a special occasion! So, if you're looking for a unique way to admire St Petersburg, then take a look at these Russian river cruises listed below and book your seats or rent a boat before you come.

ST PETERSBURG CRUISES IN ONE CLICK QUICK LINKS: Additional Information ST PETERSBURG RIVERS AND CANALS BOAT TOUR "Book one of the most popular St Petersburg cruises and tour the Golden Ring of the North of Venice" Start your boat trip with a circular route along the central rivers and canals of St Petersburg and get a closer view of the symbols of the imperial city. Take this boat tour and cruise along the bank of the Neva River, Moika River and Fontanka River and enjoy unique views of St Petersburg's best landmarks. Admire a urban landscape of the 18th and 19th centuries, pass under countless charming bridges and take amazing photos. Boat tour along the Neva River - Photo courtesy of Semen Kuzmin Itinerary: During this tour you'll cruise through the historic center of the city, following the Neva River, the Fontanka River, the Griboedov Canal, the Kryukov Canal, the Moika River and the Winter Canal. You'll tour along with an on-board guide for a two hour excursion and see five rivers and canals as well as nearly all the most popular attractions of St Petersburg, including twelve historical bridges.

Sights covered on the cruise: St. Isaac Cathedral; the Bronze Horseman; Hermitage; Peter and Paul Fortress; Mikhailovsky Palace; Summer Garden; Rostral Columns; Admiralty; Sheremetev Palace; Yusupov Palace; New Holland; Mariinsky Theatre; Anichkov Bridge; Blue Bridge; and much more. Options: New! Hop-on Hop-off Boat City Tour (stops: Palace Square, Peter and Paul Fortress, Summer Garden, Nevsky Prospect, Spit of the Vasilievsky Island, St Isaac's Cathedral) History of St Petersburg: Rivers and Canals Big City Tour: Rivers and Canals Gala St Petersburg: Symbols of the City (only Neva River) Ideal for: Families with kids, seniors, solo travelers, couples, friends or small and large groups of people who want to enjoy a canal boat tour and get a view of the city from a different angle. Note: When taking this boat tour you will be joining other people unless you rent a boat independently.

TOUR DETAILS: CRUISE OF THE SEA GATES OF THE RUSSIAN EMPIRE "Discover the Sea Gates of the Russian Empire" Jump on board this unique boat tour and start cruising through the largest stretches of the Neva River and the waters of the Gulf of Finland. Cruise around the largest island of the city - Vasilievskiy - and see the big trading port of St Petersburg, the Marine Facade Port and the Petrovsky Stadium. Watch out for the famous Ice Breaker "Krasin" and modern ice breakers. Enjoy panoramic views of the city! People on board a boat tour going to the so-called Sea Gates of the Russian Empire. Itinerary: During this tour you'll cruise through the Bolshaya Neva (Big Neva) and the Malaya Neva (Small Neva) as well as the Gulf of Finland. You'll tour along with an on- board guide included in the two hour excursion and see different cultural highlights of the city, some of which are considered off the beaten path. Sights covered on the cruise: St.

Isaac Cathedral; the Bronze Horseman; Hermitage; Peter and Paul Fortress; Palace Bridge; Blagoveshenskiy Bridge; several monuments of naval glory of St Petersburg; Ice Breaker "Krasin"; monument to Admiral Krusenstern; modern and old Russian ice breakers; and much more. Options: Nope! Ideal: Families with kids, seniors, solo travelers, couples, friends or small and large groups of people looking for alternative river cruise routes in St Petersburg. Note: When taking this boat tour you will be joining other people unless you rent a boat independently. TOUR DETAILS: BOAT TOUR OF THE NORTH ISLANDS "Explore the North Islands of the Neva River" Explore the landmarks and park lands of the northern banks of the Neva River with this boat tour and see where Petersburgers for centuries have gone to relax from the bustle of the city. Cruise along the interesting Kirov Islands further north (Kamenny Island, Krestovsky Island and Yelagin Island), the Petrograd Side and the Vyborg Side of the city. Take photos and enjoy amazing views of the north islands. River cruise around the North Islands of St Petersburg, Russia.

Itinerary: During this tour you'll cruise along the Bolshaya Neva, Malaya Neva and Gulf of Finland as well as the northern part of the Neva Delta. You'll tour along with an on- board guide for 1.5 hour excursion, and see the landmarks and the leafy parks and attractions of Kamenny Island, Krestovsky Island and Yelagin Island. Sights covered on the cruise: St. Isaac Cathedral; the Bronze Horseman; Summer Garden; the Peter and Paul Fortress; Vasilievskiy Island; Winter Palace; Kamenny Island; Yelagin Island; Krestovsky Island; numerous bridges. Options: You can rent a boat for yourself and tour the same route with a private local guide. Ideal: Families with kids, seniors, solo travelers, couples, friends or small and large groups of people interested in seeing the north islands of St Petersburg. Notes: When taking this boat tour you will be joining other people unless you rent a boat independently.

TOUR DETAILS: ST PETERSBURG MIDNIGHT RIVER CRUISE "When the sun goes down and the lights are being switched on, our romantic St Petersburg appears" Step aboard this boat, sit back and enjoy a pleasant night time tour. See the imperial city when it is beautifully all lit up, and watch the famous seven bridges across the Neva River opening for the cargo ships sailing between the Gulf of Finland. Experience the magic atmosphere of St Petersburg after midnight and feel the romance and festivity of our imperial city. The popular midnight boat tour in St Petersburg, Russia. Itinerary: During this night boat tour you'll cruise along the Neva River and watch the following bridges opening from the water: Palace Bridge, Trinity Bridge, Liteiny Bridge, Bolsheokhtinsky Bridge, Alexander Nevsky Bridge, Sampsonievsky Bridge and Annunciation (Lieutenant Schmidt) Bridge. A local guide will be on board for the whole river boat tour. Alternatively you can just relax and listen to a live music program. Sights covered on the cruise: St.

Isaac Cathedral; the Bronze Horseman; Summer Garden; the Peter and Paul Fortress; Winter Palace; Smolniy Cathedral; Palace Bridge; Troitsky Bridge; Liteyny Bridge; Bolsheokhtinsky Bridge; Alexander Nevsky Bridge; Sampsonievsky Bridge; Blagoveschensky Bridge. Options: You can rent a boat for yourself and tour the same route with a private local guide. Ideal: Families with kids, seniors, solo travelers, couples, friends or small and large groups of people interested in experiencing the spectacular show of the drawbridges being raised late at night. Notes: When taking this boat tour you will be joining other people unless you rent a boat independently. TOUR DETAILS: RIVER CRUISE WITH DINNER AND LIVE MUSIC "The most romantic way to explore St Petersburg and enjoy a delicious dinner" Start your night out in St Petersburg with a romantic dinner on an evening boat tour. Taste a delicious four course buffet dinner and enjoy live music while cruising along the River Neva. Admire the beautiful city scape draped in warm colours by the setting sun. Step aboard one of the best boat restaurants in St Petersburg, and cruise Russia's Northern Capital in style.

The City Blues boat restaurant in St Petersburg, Russia. Itinerary: During this evening boat tour you'll cruise along the famous Neva River and enjoy European cuisine (not included in the cost of boat tickets) and listen to wonderful live music. Sights covered on the cruise: St. Isaac Cathedral; the Bronze Horseman; Summer Garden; the Peter and Paul Fortress; Winter Palace; Smolniy Cathedral; Palace Bridge; Troitsky Bridge; Liteyny Bridge; Bolsheokhtinsky Bridge; Alexander Nevsky Bridge; Sampsonievsky Bridge; Blagoveschensky Bridge. Options: You can choose from two evening entertainment programs: dinner with live piano music or dinner with live jazz music. Ideal: Seniors, couples, friends or small and large groups of people interested in experiencing a dinner with music on board a boat while cruising around St Petersburg. Notes: No guide is included in the tour, just food and music. TOUR DETAILS: KRONSTADT BOAT TOUR "Visit the old town of Naval Fame" Take this tour and travel to Kronstadt on water, a Russian town situated on the small Kotlin Island.

Cruise across the Gulf of Finland and spend a day out from St Petersburg visiting rusting warships, naval symbols, the Byzantine style St Nicholas Naval Cathedral, the military stone fortresses and other remains of the imperial and Soviet naval glory. Wander around this charming place, take photos and enjoy an interesting tour. The Naval Cathedral in Kronstadt, St Petersburg, Russia. Itinerary: During this tour you will travel to Kronstadt aboard a high speed hydrofoil along with a tour guide. You'll cruise the Neva River and the Gulf of Finland as well as have a walking tour in a small Russian town and see its landmarks. You will visit beautiful St Nicholas Naval Cathedral. At the end of the tour you'll return to St Petersburg. A tour guide will be with you for the whole tour. Sights covered on the cruise: Neva River; St. Isaac Cathedral; the Bronze Horseman; Hermitage, Palace Bridge; Blagoveshenskiy Bridge; Gulf of Finland; St Nicholas Naval Cathedral; the Peter the Great Canal; the Kronstadt Tide Gauge; the Military Fortress. Options: You can choose to go to Kronstadt by bus or car. Just ask!

Ideal: Families with kids, seniors, solo travelers, couples, friends or small and large groups of people interested in spending a day away from the city visiting something different from the classical tours. Notes: When taking this boat tour you will be joining other people unless you rent a private boat, bus or car. TOUR DETAILS: FORTRESS ORESHEK BOAT TOUR "Explore the fascinating Island of Oreshek" Plan a day trip from St Petersburg on board a high-speed hydrofoil and get to the historic fortress of Shlisselburg, also known as Oreshek. Cruise up to the head of the Neva River and stop for a visit at the interesting medieval fortress situated on a small island to the north of St Petersburg. Walk inside the corridors of the old prison, see the historical exhibition and the archeological sites and enjoy a view of the beautiful Lake of Ladoga. View of the Oreshek Island, near St Petersburg, Russia. Itinerary: During this tour you will travel to the Oreshek Island in the Ladoga Lake on board of a high speed hydrofoil.

You'll cruise along the northern part of the Neva River and Ladoga Lake and then stop for a visit at the Fortress and the museum located on site. At the end of the tour you'll return to St Petersburg. Sights covered on the cruise: Hermitage; Palace Bridge; other bridges along the Neva River; Oreshek Island; the Fortress and Old Prison; Lake Ladoga. Options: You can choose to go to Oreshek Island by bus or car. Just ask! Ideal: Families with kids, seniors, solo travelers, couples, friends or small and large groups of people interested in spending a day away from the city visiting something different from the classical tours. Notes: When taking this boat tour you will be joining other people unless you rent a boat, bus or car independently. TOUR DETAILS: PETERHOF BOAT TRIP BY HYDROFOIL "Travel to Peterhof by hydrofoil and enjoy a boat ride cruising across the Gulf of Finland" Get to Peterhof faster and spend a day out immersed in the most beautiful and popular Tsar residence of St Petersburg. Ride one of our high speed hydrofoils and cruise across the water of the Gulf of Finland.

Stop for a visit at the Great Palace, take photos and enjoy a pleasant stroll in the beautiful Low Park, famous for its trick fountains, pyramid fountains, marble sculptures and other impressive sights. The popular hydrofoil in St Petersburg, Russia. Itinerary: You will travel to Peterhof on a high speed hydrofoil. Once you're there you'll explore the Grand Palace and the surrounding parks. At the end of your tour you can return to the city by hydrofoil. Sights covered on the cruise: the Neva River; the Gulf of Finland; Peterhof Grand Palace and Parks with its monuments, buildings and museums on site. Options: You can choose to go to Peterhof by renting a private car or minibus. Also, if you wish to tour on your own without the help of a local guide, you can buy the tickets separately. We are partners with the hydrofoil company and we can purchase the tickets for you for the same price as the company offers. Ideal: Families with kids, seniors, solo travelers, couples, friends or small and large groups of people with limited time interested in visiting Peterhof in just a few hours.

Notes: If you want, we can arrange private transport to bring you from your hotel to the departure point of the hydrofoil as well as return. TOUR DETAILS: Departure Location: Your Hotel or Central Pier “Pier with lions” of the Palace Bridge, Admiralteyskaya Emabankment, 2 Returning Location: Your Hotel or Central Pier “Pier with lions” of the Palace Bridge, Admiralteyskaya Emabankment, 2 Departure Time: From 9:30 am till 6 am. Every 30 minutes. Duration: Minimum 4 hours for the private tour; 30 minutes for traveling from St Peterburg to Peterhof by boat. When: From May till November on daily basis Seats Available: Up to 10 People Available Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Bulgarian, Spanish, Portuguese, Greek, Chinese, Russian (If you don't book a private tour but book only the tickets, multi language audio guides will be provided). Inclusions: Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off (upon request) Entrance Tickets to Grand Palace and Park; Professional Local Guide; Boat Tickets. Exclusions: Tips to the Guide, Food and Drinks, Headphones.

Price: Ask. Price just for tickets for hydrofoil: one-way ticket is 700 Rubles; return ticket is 1200 Rubles. Reservation Request: From 2 to 90 days in advance PRIVATE BOAT RENTALS AND TOURS "Enjoy a beautiful day on the northern waters with one of our boat rentals and tours" Rent a medium or large modern boat for yourself and enjoy a beautiful day cruising along the rivers and canals of St Petersburg with your family, friends or your loved one. Cruise, relax and learn about the history of the imperial city and its landmarks with our customizable private boat tours and have fun. Together we can design a unique boat tour to make your St Petersburg sightseeing experience on the water comfortable and memorable. Note: You can rent a boat with or without a local guide and ask to arrange a transfer service from your Hotel to the departure point of the boat tour.

TOUR DETAILS: Departure Location: Your Hotel or Central Pier “Pier with lions” of the Palace Bridge, Admiralteyskaya Emabankment, 2 Returning Location: Your Hotel or Central Pier “Pier with lions” of the Palace Bridge, Admiralteyskaya Emabankment, 2 Departure Time: To be agreed Duration: To be agreed When: From May till November on daily basis Group Size: Up to 8 People; Up to 50 People; Up to 100 People; Up to 120; Up to 150. Available Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Bulgarian, Spanish, Portuguese, Greek, Chinese, Russian. Inclusions: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION For your information you should know that... All the St Petersburg cruises listed on this page are offered by our partner, a reliable and efficient Russian boat company that has been in business for more than ten years. Our partner, the biggest boat company in St Petersburg, provides over 15 boats of various shapes and size which are used for private renting or general sightseeing cruising tour. Each boat is safe, comfortable, modern and well equipped.

Our prices are exactly the same as the prices of the company. When renting a boat for yourself we can provide you with a professional local guide speaking English or other languages. Our Russian boat tours operate only from the middle of April till the middle of October while the ice is melted. The best time to enjoy a Russian river cruise in St Petersburg is the summer, mostly during the famous White Nights. For your information, if you like one of the St Petersburg Cruises above, just get in touch with us . We can buy boat tickets for you before you come and send it to you per email as electronic tickets. You just print them out, show them at the Central Pier and embark the boat. Simple! We recommend you buy tickets at least a week in advance if you want to be sure that you'll have a seat, especially if you come during the high season. For any of the St Petersburg cruises offered on this page, an English guide on board or an audio guide in English is included upon request. Remember, if you are a member of a cruise ship and you want to book one of these cruise tours, you will need to be accompanied by one of our tour guides, and buy a ticket for her/him as well.

From St Petersburg Cruises return to St Petersburg Sightseeing Tours or go to the Homepage Like this page? Was the information helpful? Help us grow our website by sharing our "St Petersburg Cruises" with others. If you’re in the mood to go the extra mile and buy us a drink it will help us to continue to run this website. We appreciate it, thanks! Spasibo! HD Web cameras in St.Petersburg Russia 5 comments Thank to our friends from hotel reservation service Vpiter.com, who owns the best HD Web Cameras in the city, we can show you St. Petersburg online. Most of the cameras installed the way letting you see city’s main sightseeing attractions. You even may catch some interesting event or celebration that usually take place on Palace Square, Nevsky Prospect or Neva River. Enjoy the city of St.Petersburg day and night! Below you will find the list of cameras, just click a link for watching St.Petersburg live (opens in a new window). About Saint-Petersburg About Saint-Petersburg Most interesting facts about Saint-Petersburg The highest cathedral of Russia is located in Saint-Petersburg, inside of the Peter and Paul Fortress .

Petropavlovsky Cathedral is the burial vault of Romanovs, it’s height up to the golden top with the Flying Angel is 122,5 meters. The only equestrian statue in the world that has only 2 pivots is located in Saint-Petersburg, on the Saint-Isaak’s Square . It is the monument of tzar Nicolas the First created by Russian sculptor Pavel Klodt. Saint-Petersburg is the city of museums and theatres – we have 200 active museums and 80 theatres. In Zoological Museum of Saint-Petersburg (Kuntskammer) you can find the mommy of the oldest dog of Saint-Petersburg, favor dog of Peter the Great named Lisette. One can also find there the mommy of the favor horse of Peter the Great whose name was also Lisette. By the way the most successful daughter of Peter the Great was Elisabeth – Queen of Russia. Saint-Petersburg has the deepest metro in the world. Due to the swampy territory that was chosen for the city construction they had to drive the tunnel under the solid rocks. The depth of the underground railway is 70-80 meters.

Saint-Petersburg is the capital of trams. The length of the tramway is 600 kilometers, this fact is registered in the Guinness Records Book. Saint-Petersburg is the city of bridges, it has 580 bridges within the city line including 20 flap bridges over the River Neva . Saint-Petersburg is the city of canals, their length is 217,5 kilometers that is way Saint-Petersburg suffered 288 floods most of those floods happened before the 1950s. Now the city is protected from the flood by the recently constructed dike. History of Saint-Petersburg Saint-Petersburg is named The Object of Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, it is one of the most remarkable cities in the world. St. Petersburg is also called the "Northern capital of Russia", the "Venice of the North" and the "Window to Europe". Founded in 1703 by the first Russian emperor Peter the Great Saint- Petersburg was built as a citadel of Russia on the Baltic Sea.

Due to Peter the Great's obstinacy, talent of Swiss architect Domenico Trezzini and also in spite of the swampy territory that was chosen for the city construction - Saint-Petersburg became the first city in Russia built by a plan. In 1712 Peter the Great made the decision to move the capital from conservative Moscow to modern and developing Saint-Petersburg. With the help of latest discoveries, intellect of famous European architects and using hands of experienced craftsmen Peter the Great managed to make Saint-Petersburg the most progressive city of Russia. Mansions and embankments made of stone surrounding the Neva River, marvelous palaces and smart system of canals marked the history of Saint Petersburg in the 18th century. The most outstanding palaces like the Hermitage ("Winter Palace") and The Smolny Cathedral were created in Baroque style by famous western architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli. Queen Catherine continued the glorious deeds of Peter The Great developing the art and science institutions of Russia. Catherine the Great is also known as a founder of the art collection of Hermitage and initiator of Neo-Classical designs in the architecture of Saint-Petersburg.

Political and economical improvement, industrial development and crushes of uprisings - those were the particular features of 19th century Saint-Petersburg. Name of the city is closely connected with the names of diamonds of the world literature, art and music like Dostoevsky, Gogol, Malevich and Tchaikovsky. Since 19th century The Nevsky Prospect is the main business and leisure street of Saint-Petersburg. During the controversial 20th century Saint-Petersburg took the key role in historical events that have changed the history of Russia. In 1917 the shot from her forecastle gun of Russian cruiser ship "Aurora" started the rebellion of Bolsheviks which ended up the times of Russian monarchy and initiated the bloody Civil War in 1918-1920. During that time Communists came into power, the capital of Russia was moved to Moscow and in 1926 Saint-Petersburg has got the new name - The City of Leningrad. Under that name city residents suffered Stalin times of repressions, 900-day siege during World War II when about 2 million people died of starvation, air bombing and hard frosts.

In 90s of the past century Saint-Petersburg again proved itself as the city which always starts political and economical changes in Russia. Innovative reforms initiated in Saint-Petersburg ended up the years of USSR and moved the country towards constructing new society based on principals of private property. In 1998 the city was renamed again changing soviet Leningrad to historical Saint-Petersburg. Modern Saint-Petersburg Saint-Petersburg today has a population of about 5 million residents and is an important industrial, cultural, educational and tourist center. The city has big amount of churches and temples representing different religions: Orthodox, Catholic, Lutheran Churches, Moslem Mosques, Synagogues and a Buddhist Temple as well. Saint Petersburg is truly wonderful city: at every turn there is something to catch your eye. There are spacious squares and circles, the streets are wide and straight. Palace Square, Senate Square, St. Isaac`s Square, Arts Square - they all are historical places shaped with famous buildings and striking monuments. Alexander Column - the highest structure of this kind in the world rises on Palace Square. Peter the Great Monument better known as the Bronze Horseman is on Senate Square.

Nicholas I Monument which is considered a masterpiece of engineering art stands on St. Isaac`s Square. Nicholas I Pushkin Monument is in the center of Arts Square. The Field of Mars, with the area of twelve hectares, is the biggest square in Saint Petersburg. The main street of the city is Nevsky Prospect. It runs from the Admiralty to the Alexander Nevsky Monastery and lines famous buildings, luxurious hotels and fashionable stores. Sadovaya Street got its name from a lot of gardens once facing the street. Moskovsky Prospect is the longest street in the city and Architect Rossy Street is the shortest one. It was in Saint Petersburg that the tradition to number streets appeared. One still can find 5th Line or 27th Line on Vasilyevsky Island where line is one side of the street. The shape of Vasilyevsky Island and the way it is built reminds visitors of Manhattan Island in New York City. Saint-Petersburg is called Northern Venice because there are 65 rivers, arms and canals with artistically decorated bridges. Eight bridges across the Neva River open every night in summer giving together with the White Nights and magnificent palaces a picturesque view.

At four ends of Anichkov Bridge over the Fontanka River along Nevsky Prospect there are four sculptural groups comprising a world-famous composition The Taming of a Horse. The longest bridge is the Vantovy Bridge across the Neva River. Siny Bridge over the Moika River is the widest and completes the ensemble of St. Isaac`s Square. There are lots of museums in the city. The Kunstkammer, the first museum of Russia, the Peter and Paul Fortress , the Smolny Cathedral, the Russian Museum, St. Isaac's Cathedral and Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood , the Admiralty and the Winter Palace, and many others, attract thousands of tourists from all over the world. Saint Petersburg's many museums that house some of the world's most famous art collections. The Hermitage, for example, contains the richest collection of pictures and pieces of applied art in the world. There are lots of theaters to suit all tastes. One can hear an opera or watch a ballet in the Mariinsky Theater or the Maly Opera House. Theatergoers can enjoy the dramatic art in the Bolshoi Drama Theater or in the Alexandrinsky Theater .

Chamber and symphony music can be enjoyed in the Shostakovich Philharmonic Society ( Philharmonia ). And finally those who prefer pop singers and rock stars can visit shows at concert halls or sport palaces like the SKK or the Ledovy Palace. Two circuses are at people's disposal as well. Saint Petersburg is also famous for its legendary White Nights. Different festivals take place at this time. It has also been a tradition for graduates of all kinds to celebrate their graduation and marriage ceremonies in the night city. Nevsky Prospekt, St. Petersburg - TripAdvisor New! Find and book your ideal hotel on TripAdvisor — and get the lowest prices Nevsky Prospekt, St. Petersburg Does this attraction have good scenic or skyline views? Yes No Unsure Does this attraction require above average amounts of physical activity (long walks, climbs, stairs or hikes)? Yes Is this attraction exciting, unusual, or risky to visit? Yes Does this attraction provide visitors with a taste of the local culture? Yes Is this an outdoor attraction or activity? Yes Is this attraction popular with tourists? Yes Is this attraction a "must-see" location? Yes Would this be a good hot day activity? Yes Is this attraction good for couples?

Yes Is this attraction pet friendly? Yes Map updates are paused. Zoom in to see updated info. Reset zoom Address: Nevskiy Prospekt, St. Petersburg, Russia Name/address in local language Nevskiy Prospekt, St. Petersburg, Russia 2,899 Reviews | Ranked #25 of 1690 To help you get around St. Petersburg, here's the name and address of this business in the local language Local name Невский проспект Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours Fee: No Description: This famous Russian street that cuts through the center of St. Petersburg... This famous Russian street that cuts through the center of St. Petersburg is a hub for shopping, nightlife and entertainment, and is lined with historic and picturesque buildings and churches. read more Souvenir Shopping with City Tour of Saint Petersburg More Info Highlights of St Petersburg Private Tour More Info St. Petersburg Small-Group State Hermitage Museum Tour with a Historical Guide See More Tours & Experiences Terrible “Heart of the town” Must place in Spb to eat, see things and shop. The street is few kilometers long where you can find everything you need.

Would totally recommend booking hotel or Airbnb near this... read more Reviewed yesterday 2,899 Reviews from our TripAdvisor Community Which St. Petersburg hotels are on sale? dd/mm/yyyy dd/mm/yyyy See all travel guides Read reviews that mention: All reviews long street singer building lots of shops kazan cathedral great street main thoroughfare interesting buildings heart of the city metro station neva river spilled blood palace square visit st white nights stores stroll elysee cars prospect lanes Review tags are currently only available for English language reviews. Start your review of Nevsky Prospekt Click to rate Reviewed yesterday NEW via mobile We loved the city of St Petersburg but I must report an unpleasant incident four nights ago. We were returning to our hotel just off Nevsky Prospekt having enjoyed Georgian cuisine. As we neared the hotel the pavement was narrowed by street furniture. We went single file and a man grabbed me and rolled up my coat sleeves - looking... More Helpful? Reviewed yesterday NEW via mobile Must place in Spb to eat, see things and shop. The street is few kilometers long where you can find everything you need. Would totally recommend booking hotel or Airbnb near this street. Helpful?

Reviewed 4 days ago NEW via mobile "A bath in humans" a great boulevard with exceptional shops, buildings and cafes spread along the Nevsky. Helpful? “Hungry? Right place to be !!!” Reviewed 1 week ago This is one of the bigger main streets ... even if you are in the mood for shopping or if you want to grab a snack ... this is the place to be. From Russian restaurants to intercultural cuisine as well as international and regional shops you will find the right spot for you. Helpful? Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile Nevsky prospect have it all. There is history, present and perhaps the future. Near of this major street of St.Petersburg you can find monuments, churches, theatres, music halls, galleries, shopping centres, bars, pubs etc. There is normally quite much people, so you have to be careful as usual. There us also areas with cobblestones, which are kind of challenge at... More Helpful? Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile This very big street has everything when it comes to shopping, from crappy souvenirs to Rolls Roys. It is always crowded and don't try to cross the road except when the light is green. People are driving like crazy.

Helpful? “Impressive street of Palaces and Mansions converted to a shopping district” Reviewed 2 weeks ago This was a really interesting walk showing how some amazing palaces and homes have been converted to museums, shops and restaurants. There are no high rises. All the buildings are from 19th-early 20th century. Very few Chain shops Helpful? “Busy thoroughfare with access to most attractions.” Reviewed 3 weeks ago Visited in early November as the first snow was falling, actually a blizzard.All of November's snow in one night! Plenty of places to eat and lots of tourist shops as well as up-market stores. A lot of the main tourist attractions are located just off Prospekt so staying near here is also useful. Helpful? “Watch for pickpockets” Reviewed 3 weeks ago Lovely street to walk down and look at the shops.We had been warned about pickpockets. I did feel someone touch my handbag and his accomplice got between me and my husband. I never felt threatened and a dirty look made them disappear in a nearby doorway. It wasn't busy and if it had been more crowded I may not have... More Helpful?

Shore Excursion: Private City Tour with Admissions - St. Petersburg | Expedia Shore Excursion: Private City Tour with Admissions by GoingRussia Duration 4h Free cancellation Cancellation Policy You can cancel free of charge until 8 days before your reservation starts. After that time, no cancellations, changes or refunds will be made. No booking or credit card fees Mobile Voucher Accepted per traveler Price was {0} Discount price is $250 $250 Check Availability Previous image, 5 total items. Next image, 5 total items. Get a feel for St. Petersburg with this exclusive private tour of the old imperial capital. See the former palace of Russian tsars, the city's magnificent churches, the ship that started the October Revolution, and the cabin where Peter the Great oversaw the city's construction. Get started with a look at the most prestigious buildings along Nevsky Prospect, such as the Anichkov, Stroganov, and Beloselsky-Belozersky palaces, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Kazan, the Eliseev, Singer, and Mertens buildings, and more.

Cross the Fontanka River for a look at the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, built in exquisite Russian style with multicolored cupolas and gold onion domes. On the bank of the Neva River, you can see the Winter Palace, once a residence for the Russian imperial family, opposite the high spire of the Peter and Paul Fortress. After a stop to see the cruiser Aurora, whose guns marked the start of the October Revolution, visit the modest residence where Peter the Great personally oversaw the construction of the city between 1703 and 1708. A visit to Vasilyevsky Island lets you see the Strelka, Menchikov Palace and the Admiralty building, after which you visit St. Isaac's Square to see the Senate building and St. Isaac's Cathedral, with its impressive columns made from Finnish red granite, as well as the famous statue of Peter the Great. The tour ends with a visit to the St. Nicholas Naval Cathedral and a ride back to your ship. Get a feel for St. Petersburg with this exclusive private tour of the old imperial capital.

See the former palace of Russian tsars, the city's magnificent churches, the ship that started the October Revolution, and the cabin where Peter the Great oversaw the city's construction. Get started with a look at the most prestigious buildings along Nevsky Prospect, such as the Anichkov, Stroganov, and Beloselsky-Belozersky palaces, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Kazan, the Eliseev, Singer, and Mertens buildings, and more. Cross the Fontanka River for a look at the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, built in exquisite Russian style with multicolored cupolas and gold onion domes. On the bank of the Neva River, you can see the Winter Palace, once a residence for the Russian imperial family, opposite the high spire of the Peter and Paul Fortress. After a stop to see the cruiser Aurora, whose guns marked the start of the October Revolution, visit the modest residence where Peter the Great personally oversaw the construction of the city between 1703 and 1708. A visit to Vasilyevsky Island lets you see the Strelka, Menchikov Palace and the Admiralty building, after which you visit St.

Isaac's Square to see the Senate building and St. Isaac's Cathedral, with its impressive columns made from Finnish red granite, as well as the famous statue of Peter the Great. The tour ends with a visit to the St. Nicholas Naval Cathedral and a ride back to your ship. Shore Excursion: Private City Tour with Admissions - St. Petersburg | Travelocity Shore Excursion: Private City Tour with Admissions by GoingRussia Duration 4h Free cancellation Cancellation Policy You can cancel free of charge until 8 days before your reservation starts. After that time, no cancellations, changes or refunds will be made. No booking or credit card fees per traveler Price was {0} Discount price is $249 $249 Check Availability Previous image, 5 total items. Next image, 5 total items. Get a feel for St. Petersburg with this exclusive private tour of the old imperial capital. See the former palace of Russian tsars, the city's magnificent churches, the ship that started the October Revolution, and the cabin where Peter the Great oversaw the city's construction.

Get started with a look at the most prestigious buildings along Nevsky Prospect, such as the Anichkov, Stroganov, and Beloselsky-Belozersky palaces, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Kazan, the Eliseev, Singer, and Mertens buildings, and more. Cross the Fontanka River for a look at the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, built in exquisite Russian style with multicolored cupolas and gold onion domes. On the bank of the Neva River, you can see the Winter Palace, once a residence for the Russian imperial family, opposite the high spire of the Peter and Paul Fortress. After a stop to see the cruiser Aurora, whose guns marked the start of the October Revolution, visit the modest residence where Peter the Great personally oversaw the construction of the city between 1703 and 1708. A visit to Vasilyevsky Island lets you see the Strelka, Menchikov Palace and the Admiralty building, after which you visit St. Isaac's Square to see the Senate building and St.

Isaac's Cathedral, with its impressive columns made from Finnish red granite, as well as the famous statue of Peter the Great. The tour ends with a visit to the St. Nicholas Naval Cathedral and a ride back to your ship. Get a feel for St. Petersburg with this exclusive private tour of the old imperial capital. See the former palace of Russian tsars, the city's magnificent churches, the ship that started the October Revolution, and the cabin where Peter the Great oversaw the city's construction. Get started with a look at the most prestigious buildings along Nevsky Prospect, such as the Anichkov, Stroganov, and Beloselsky-Belozersky palaces, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Kazan, the Eliseev, Singer, and Mertens buildings, and more. Cross the Fontanka River for a look at the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, built in exquisite Russian style with multicolored cupolas and gold onion domes. On the bank of the Neva River, you can see the Winter Palace, once a residence for the Russian imperial family, opposite the high spire of the Peter and Paul Fortress.

After a stop to see the cruiser Aurora, whose guns marked the start of the October Revolution, visit the modest residence where Peter the Great personally oversaw the construction of the city between 1703 and 1708. A visit to Vasilyevsky Island lets you see the Strelka, Menchikov Palace and the Admiralty building, after which you visit St. Isaac's Square to see the Senate building and St. Isaac's Cathedral, with its impressive columns made from Finnish red granite, as well as the famous statue of Peter the Great. The tour ends with a visit to the St. Nicholas Naval Cathedral and a ride back to your ship. Nevsky Prospekt in St. Petersburg, Russia Nevsky Prospekt Nevsky Prospekt Nevsky Prospekt is St. Petersburg's main avenue and one of the best-known streets in Russia. Cutting through the historical center of the city, it runs from the Admiralty to the Moscow Railway Station and then, after a slight kink, to the Alexander Nevsky Monastery. In the very first days of St.

Petersburg it was simply the beginning of the road to the ancient city of Novgorod, but it quickly became adorned with beautiful buildings, squares and bridges and became the very center of the bustling, rapidly growing city. Nevsky Prospekt Nevsky gradually widens as you travel along its length towards the river and is lined with some of St. Petersburg's most impressive buildings; note Kazan Cathedral on one side and the Dom Knigi book store (the former Singer sewing machine company headquarters) on the other and the wonderful view down Kanal Griboedova to the picturesque Russian-style Church of Our Savior on Spilled Blood . In addition to the many different denomination churches that line Nevsky, which prompted the French writer Alexander Dumas to call it "the street of religious tolerance", there are numerous other attractions. Just a stone's throw from Nevsky, next door to the Grand Hotel Europe, stand Arts Square and the Russian Museum . Further down the road, you'll find the largest department store in the city - "Gostiny Dvor" , the Russian National Library (the second largest branch in the country), an impressive monument to Catherine the Great and the Anichkov Bridge, adorned with 4 striking equestrian statues.

Nevsky Prospekt is also the city's central shopping street and the hub of the city's entertainment and nightlife. MEMBER SERVICES

Question: In which city would you find the Neva River, Nevsky Prospect and the ship The Aurora?
Answer: St Petersburg